This Shiva God of Destruction commemorative coin features Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities of Hinduism, seated in meditation in stunning high-relief detail. The obverse showcases Shiva with his long flowing hair adorned with a crescent moon, the third eye of wisdom on his forehead, and a serpent coiled around his neck. He holds his iconic golden trishul (trident), the weapon that represents his power to destroy evil and ignorance. The sacred bull Nandi, Shiva's vahana (vehicle) and devoted companion, appears on the left side. The textured background depicts the Himalayan mountains where Shiva meditates at Mount Kailash. The reverse displays the profile of Queen Elizabeth II with "COOK ISLAND 2019" inscriptions, surrounded by a decorative border.
The obverse presents Shiva in his role as Mahadeva, the Great God, and one of the Trimurti (the Hindu trinity of Brahma the creator, Vishnu the preserver, and Shiva the destroyer). Shiva's long matted hair (jata) flows in elaborate locks, representing his ascetic nature and the sacred river Ganges that flows from his hair in Hindu mythology. The crescent moon adorning his hair symbolizes the passage of time and Shiva's control over the cosmic cycles of creation and destruction. The third eye on his forehead represents spiritual insight, divine wisdom, and the ability to see beyond ordinary perception—when opened, it releases a destructive fire that can burn the universe to ashes. The serpent coiled around Shiva's neck is Vasuki, the king of serpents, symbolizing Shiva's mastery over death and the kundalini energy that lies dormant in all beings. Shiva holds the golden trishul, his most recognizable weapon, which represents the three fundamental aspects of existence (creation, preservation, destruction), the three gunas (qualities of nature), and his power to destroy the three types of suffering. The sacred bull Nandi on the left represents strength, virility, and unwavering devotion—Nandi eternally guards the entrance to Mount Kailash and serves as Shiva's mount. The textured mountain background evokes the Himalayas and Mount Kailash, Shiva's eternal abode where he sits in deep meditation. The "SHIVA" inscription at the bottom identifies this powerful deity. The reverse features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, indicating this is styled after Cook Islands commemorative coinage. The antique silver finish with selective gold plating on the trishul creates a temple-quality appearance that evokes sacred Hindu art and iconography. The 40mm diameter and 33g weight provide substantial heft befitting this representation of one of Hinduism's most powerful gods. This piece is a Hindu mythology collectible coin designed for display and collection.
This coin appeals to Hindu mythology enthusiasts, Indian culture collectors, spiritual seekers, and anyone fascinated by Eastern philosophy and deities. It makes a thoughtful gift for yoga practitioners, meditation students, world religion scholars, or collectors building themed sets around Hindu gods and goddesses. Display it on a desk, in a meditation space, or as part of a Hindu mythology collection.
Product Features
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Design: Lord Shiva in meditation with trishul, third eye, crescent moon, serpent, and Nandi bull on obverse; Queen Elizabeth II on reverse
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Material: Durable alloy base with antique silver plating and selective gold accents
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Diameter: 40mm
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Thickness: 3mm
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Weight: Approximately 33g
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Finish: Antique silver with gold plating on trishul
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Style: High-relief Hindu mythology design
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Packaging: Protective case
Displayed images show the collectible design and relief detail. Each piece is produced as a commemorative art collectible.
Perfect For
- Hindu mythology and Indian culture enthusiasts
- Spiritual seekers and meditation practitioners
- World religion students and scholars
- Desk and meditation space display
- Hindu deity themed collections
Display Ideas
This Shiva God of Destruction coin displays beautifully alongside other Hindu deity coins—Ganesha, Vishnu, Lakshmi, Durga, Hanuman—creating a pantheon collection that represents the rich mythology of Hinduism. Many collectors pair Hindu coins with other Eastern traditions (Buddhist, Jain, Sikh) or world mythologies to build a comprehensive spiritual collection spanning cultures. The high-relief design and dual-tone finish make it ideal for meditation altars, home shrines, or desktop displays where the intricate details of Shiva's third eye, flowing hair, serpent, and trishul can be appreciated up close. Collectors often arrange Hindu deity pieces by the Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva), by consort pairs (Shiva and Parvati), or by specific aspects of Shiva (Nataraja the cosmic dancer, Ardhanarishvara the half-male half-female form). The substantial weight and temple-quality finish give it a sacred authenticity that connects modern collectors to the ancient traditions of devotion, meditation, and the eternal cosmic dance of creation and destruction.
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Shiva is one of the most complex and revered deities in Hinduism, worshipped by millions across India and the world. As the destroyer within the Trimurti, Shiva's role is not merely destructive but transformative—he destroys in order to create anew, clearing away ignorance and illusion to make way for spiritual enlightenment. Shiva is simultaneously the ascetic yogi meditating in the Himalayas and the cosmic dancer Nataraja whose dance sustains the universe. He is the lord of yoga, meditation, and the arts, yet also the fierce warrior who drinks the poison that threatened to destroy the world. The symbolism on this coin captures Shiva's multifaceted nature: the third eye represents transcendent wisdom, the crescent moon marks the passage of time, the serpent symbolizes kundalini energy and immortality, the trishul embodies his power over the three worlds, and Nandi represents the devoted soul's relationship to the divine. Shiva's worship dates back thousands of years to the Indus Valley Civilization, and his temples—from the cave shrines of Elephanta to the towering gopurams of Tamil Nadu—remain centers of pilgrimage and devotion. This coin honors the timeless tradition of Shiva worship and the profound philosophy of destruction as the path to renewal and enlightenment.
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This item is a commemorative collectible and is not affiliated with any official government mint. It is not legal tender and is intended for hobby collecting and display purposes only.
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